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Sugarcane FRP 2026-27 Raised to ₹365 per Quintal

9 May 20261 min read
AGRICULTURE & RURALSugarcane FRP2026-27 Raised to₹365 per Quintal9 May 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs raised the Fair and Remunerative Price paid to cane growers for the coming sugar season.

Key facts

  • New FRP: ₹365 per quintal for the 2026-27 season.
  • Basic recovery rate applicable: 10.25%.
  • Increase over last season: 2.81%.
  • Effective date: 1 October 2026.
  • Approving body: CCEA.

Significance

  • Intended to lift farmer income and strengthen the sugar sector.

Exam angle

  • FRP approved by: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs.
  • Figures to recall: ₹365/quintal, 10.25% recovery, 2.81% rise.
  • Season: 2026-27, from 1 October 2026.

Test yourself

1. What FRP for sugarcane for the 2026-27 season did the CCEA approve?

The CCEA fixed the sugarcane FRP at ₹365 per quintal.

2. The 2026-27 sugarcane FRP applies at which basic recovery rate?

The revised FRP applies at a basic recovery rate of 10.25%.

3. From which date does the revised sugarcane FRP of ₹365 per quintal take effect?

The new rate is effective from 1 October 2026.

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